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Discussion in 'Porsche' started by 348 Turbo, Dec 16, 2005.

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  1. 348 Turbo

    348 Turbo Formula 3

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    #1 348 Turbo, Dec 16, 2005
    I was wondering, (not trying to start a war here), why someone would buy the Elise, when for the same, (or close to), you could buy a nice used 996. It just seems the Porsche is a lot more car.
    Is it the used car issue?
    How about the driving experience?
    Is it the "exotic" allure of the Lotus?
    Is it a matter of looks?
    Not trying to start a flame war, but I just wanted some experienced opinions..............
     
  2. KennyH

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    #2 KennyH, Dec 16, 2005
    Why buy a Ferrari when you can get a Mercedes SL55?
     
  3. SupraSeb

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    #3 SupraSeb, Dec 16, 2005
    Exotic looks, the Lotus brand, but mostly it is a really REALLY awesome car to drive.
     
  4. usaf015

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    #4 usaf015, Dec 16, 2005
    because the lotus is an extremely nice car.... you can take the top off.....its got exotic looks.....and it does fairly well on gas..... my dad has an orange one and its very fun to drive
     
  5. jungathart

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    #5 jungathart, Dec 16, 2005
    I'd pick the 996 over the Lotus for these reasons:
    a great winter beater
    German engineering for winter reliability
    German steel "don't" rust. ;)
     
  6. Maranello Guy

    Maranello Guy F1 Rookie

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    #6 Maranello Guy, Dec 16, 2005
    Elise is like a gokart , but 996 is prestigious sport car. It just depends from a costumer.
     
  7. Aureus

    Aureus Formula 3

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    #7 Aureus, Dec 16, 2005
    I'd take the Lotus. And I'm a died in the wool Porsche guy. But I live in sunny southern california where it only rains twice a year and snow is unheard of.
     
  8. ralfabco

    ralfabco Two Time F1 World Champ
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    #8 ralfabco, Dec 16, 2005
    No contest

    I would take the 996
     
  9. IROC_DIS

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    #9 IROC_DIS, Dec 16, 2005
    probably a 996. might as well have a nice car to have as a daily driver if i have a sportbike
     
  10. classic308

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    #10 classic308, Dec 16, 2005
    2 different cars; based upon the real world driving conditions in the NYC metropolitan area, 996 is the rationale choice. On glass smooth roads in warm weather areas, then I'd give the Lotus a long hard look....
     
  11. Da Hapa

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    #11 Da Hapa, Dec 16, 2005
    While both cars are technically sports cars, they're really not the same thing.

    The P car is worlds more refined, heavier, and comfortable. It's quick, handles well and has unbelievable brakes but it's a tank compared to the Elise.

    I wouldn't own an Elise unless it was a third car because I found it simply impossible to get in and out with the roof panel in place but it's one bad ass go kart for the streets. It handles like a dream and feels more connected to the road than damn near anything out there at any price. But you wouldn't want to drive to Santa Barbara in one.
     

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